In Bermuda, libations supplier BACARDÍ has partnered with “Havana” and “Senorita” songstress Camila Cabello to launch Cabello’s latest single, “I Luv It,” on a sugarcane-cane based vinyl record. Available for presale on Bacardi’s website, the record is crafted using repurposed materials and sugarcane from Bonsucro®-certified suppliers. BACARDÍ has an ongoing partnership with the non-profit organization […]
In Singapore, cultivated seafood company UMAMI Bioworks has partnered with Friends & Family Pet Food Co. to launch the world’s first cat treats made from lab-grown fish. The collaboration aims to address the pressing need for environmental stewardship amidst dwindling ocean resources and growing demand of sustainable pet food. In addition to sustainability benefits, the […]
In Sweden, fungi fermentation and mycoprotein company Mycorena AB has filed for bankruptcy, citing “significant financial challenges” that have made it impossible to continue operating independently. Mycorena specializes in fermentation, circular production, and product development within the mycoprotein segment, and recently pivoted from a B2B model to a more comprehensive B2B2C approach. But despite consistently […]
In Ontario, Further Foods expects to soon complete feeding trials necessary to secure FDA approval of dog food products containing cell-cultivated chicken. The CULT Food Science subsidiary partnered with veterinarian nutritionist Dr. Sarah Dodd to design the target animal safety study to demonstrate that inclusion of cell-cultivated chicken in future Noochies! dog food formulations is […]
In Colorado, Leprino Foods Company has signed an agreement with precision-fermentation platform company Fooditive Group to secure exclusive, worldwide rights to produce non-animal casein using Fooditive’s Technology. Leprino, the world’s largest mozzarella cheese manufacturer, has also secured exclusive worldwide rights to market and distribute the casein for use in cheese and a non-exclusive worldwide license […]
In the Netherlands, biobased polyethylene furanoate producer Avantium has partnered with Auping, Monosuisse, and Antex to develop PEF-based yarns for use in Auping mattresses. Avantium will lead the development, production, supply, and recycling of PEF, while Monosuisse and Antex will focus on developing different types of PEF yarns. Auping will test the design and manufacturing […]
In Dubai, Global Biopolymers Industries and SS Royal Kit Emirates Investment have announced their joint venture, Emirates Biotech, will construct the first polylactic acid plant in the United Arab Emirates. The plant will produce PLA-based biopolymers for distribution in the Middle East, Africa, and India. The CEO of Emirates Biotech will be Marc Verbruggen, who […]
In Houston, industrial water treatment firm Kurita America has partnered with biobased chemicals firm Solugen to develop carbon-negative alternatives for water treatment. The collaboration aims to replace petroleum-derived additives, such as phosphorous, with biobased alternatives. Kurita’s Tower NG series of cooling products utilizes new polymer technology and Solugen’s biodegradable corrosion inhibitor to achieve deposit and […]
In Morocco, Syensqo has completed the acquisition of a controlling stake in Azerys, a specialist in rosemary extraction with assets in El Jadida, Morocco, for an undisclosed sum. Azerys produces a 100% natural plant-based, non GMO preservatives range based on rosemary extract that can replace chemical food additives. The bolt-on acquisition complements Syensqo’s activities in […]
In Europe, Ingevity Corporation has signed an agreement for Ultrapolymers Group to distribute its Capa caprolactone bioplastics. Ultrapolymers Group will leverage its sales and technical teams across Europe to maximize the sales of Ingevity’s Capa Bioplastics. “Adding a new distribution partner within Europe who is dedicated to our line of Capa biodegradable thermoplastics enables us […]
